GRE Word List
POTENTIAL
existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality
The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat |
| presume | to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare |
| gnome | maxim |
| emetic | an agent that induces vomiting |
| rank | relative standing or position |
| disconsolate | cheerless |
| uncouth | awkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude |
| entice | to attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt |
| limn | to draw or paint on a surface |